Abby Wambach & Julie Foudy: What Makes a Great Teammate (And Why It Matters)
Abby Wambach & Julie Foudy: What Makes a Great Teammate (And Why It Matters)  
Podcast: Welcome to the Party
Published On: Thu Oct 16 2025
Description: From high school fields to World Cups and the Olympics, Abby Wambach and Julie Foudy talk about what makes a great teammate — the ones who push you, support you, and change how you play the game. They share stories about Mia Hamm, Michelle Akers, Carla Overbeck, Brandi Chastain, and Christine Lilly  as they dig into the balance between competition and connection. Join the Party: Follow @welcometothepartyshow on: YouTube — @welcometothepartyshow Instagram — @welcometothepartyshow TikTok — @welcometothepartyshow Email — partypeoplequestions@gmail.com Go Deeper Dr. Colleen Hacker | Pacific Lutheran University — bio, career highlights, and her work with Olympic and World Cup teams. Books & Publications by Dr. Colleen Hacker — including Catch Them Being Good (with Tony DiCicco). Achieving Excellence: Mastering Mindset for Peak Performance in Sport and Life — Dr. Hackers latest book on mindset and performance. Wolfpack by Abby Wambach — Abby’s New York Times bestselling book on leadership and teamwork. Abby Header goal from Megan Rapinoe 2011 World Cup Quarterfinal - One of the best goals EVER. Thank you to our sponsors: *Ally’s got you covered. Ally Bank, Member FDIC *Start your career coaching today at https://www.strawberry.me/welcometotheparty  *https://www.joinmidi.com/